Ann Sadler
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Thanks for that I did wonder whether soaking in motor oil was a good idea and had the feeling it might not be.Any oxidation on the metal pieces can be removed with a fine grit sandpaper or even a polishing wheel. I am assuming that they were never treated, and oils could transfer to a hat, so I don't think you'd want to oil them. After deoxidizing them, buffing them up should smooth them out. Then they just need to be maintained and cleaned regularly.
Note that I have no experience with these types of irons; I'd give the same advice on any ferrous metal that you're looking to recondition.
Sent directly from my mind to yours.
I know Coca Cola is a good rust remover as it contains phosphoric acid - I was a lab technician until recently, I have used it on old rusty sewing machine feet. I'll get the multi tool on the irons outside in a couple of day and go carefully. I might try the Coke first for a short while first.
Many thanks,
Ann